Atty. Michael Steven Bernick

Atty. Michael Steven Bernick

Michael Steven Bernick is a lawyer practicing employment and labor law, commercial, land use & zoning and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Harvard College in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Steven Bernick at a glance

Michael Steven Bernick is a Special Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Duane Morris LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment, business, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in California (1980). Educated at University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1979) and Harvard College (B.A. University, 1974). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Steven Bernick is a lawyer practicing employment and labor law, commercial, land use & zoning and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Harvard College in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices at Duane Morris LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Steven Bernick's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Steven Bernick handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Land Use & Zoning

Michael Steven Bernick is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Steven Bernick

Where is Michael Steven Bernick's law office located?
Michael Steven Bernick's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Duane Morris LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Steven Bernick handle?
Michael Steven Bernick focuses on employment, business, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Steven Bernick practiced law?
Michael Steven Bernick has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael Steven Bernick go to law school?
Michael Steven Bernick earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. University, 1974).
How can I contact Michael Steven Bernick for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Steven Bernick received?
Michael Steven Bernick's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1979
B.A. University
Harvard College
- 1974

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1980

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